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Century Lakeshore Crossings
251 London PkyBirmingham, AL 35211
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The Oxmoor
2850 Venice RdBirmingham, AL 35211
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Lakeshore Ridge
1700 Lakeshore RidgeBirmingham, AL 35211
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Vines at Hillside
5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228
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300 55th St
300 55th StFairfield, AL 35064
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Medford Manor Apartments
904 Milstead RdFairfield, AL 35064
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Serenity at Fairfield
6702 Forest DrFairfield, AL 35064
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The Grove at Magic City Townhomes
407 Fairfax DrFairfield, AL 35064
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Oak Park Villas
2700 Oak Park DrBessemer, AL 35020
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Riley, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $675 | $1,700 |
| Riley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $750 | $2,410 |
| Riley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $1,275 | $2,625 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Riley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riley area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek priced from $675. Chateau Glen Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Riley apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Chateau Glen Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Cyan | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, AL
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riley area is the $1.36 price per square foot The Vestavia Model at The Oxmoor in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,807. The second greatest value Riley apartment is the Athens Sunroom Model at Century Lakeshore Crossings starting at $1,466 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Oxmoor | The Vestavia | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Century Lakeshore Crossings | Athens Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Cyan | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Chateau Glen Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riley?
The cheapest apartment in Riley is Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Riley costs $1,787.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Riley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riley?
Cheap apartments in Riley have an average cost of $693 which is $1,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riley.
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